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Visual Art

UMFA Drawing Disco (Courtesy of umfa.utah.edu)

UMFA Drop-in Drawing Disco: Trying Something New

By Ethan Blume, Arts Writer May 22, 2023

  I have never been much of an artist, but drawing has always been something I wish I did more. When I heard about the Drop-In Drawing Disco being held at the Utah Museum of Fine Arts, I immediately...

University of Utah 2023 Graphic Design Senior Show (Image courtesy of University of Utah Department of Art & Art History)

Graphic Design Students Shine at 2023 Senior Show

By Grier Abercrombie, Arts Writer May 17, 2023

  The University of Utah Graphic Design BFA Class of 2023 students put on their senior show from April 29-30 to share their art in a display of talent and hard work. The show was held at Ember,...

Art + Wellness participants practice yoga in UMFAs Great Hall (Courtesy of UMFA)

UMFA’s Art + Wellness Program Brings Movement and Meditation to the Museum Floor

By Edie Raines, Copy Editor May 15, 2023

  The University of Utah’s Utah Museum of Fine Arts hosts a multitude of interactive programs for adults, children and families with topics varying from art history, to live music, to hands-on...

Radical Joy and VACANCIES at Finch Lane Gallery

Radical Joy and VACANCIES at Finch Lane Gallery

By Ethan Blume, Arts Writer April 25, 2023

  Don’t let its exterior fool you like it fooled my friends and I, the building at 54 Finch Lane is not a house, but a small art gallery dubbed “Finch Lane Gallery.” As soon as I entered...

Plants for sale at Kate Nancys booth. Nancy uses plants from her own collection to sell in funky planters or vintage cans. (Photo by Josi Hinds | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Vendors at Urban Flea Market Offer Something for Everyone

By Josi Hinds, Arts Writer April 22, 2023

  Past The Gateway’s courtyard and through a set of glass doors, loud, lively music and voices of all ages echo throughout a large warehouse-like room.  The Urban Flea Market is held on the...

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Author, Comics Writer and Tarot Expert Rachel Pollack Nears the End of Her Life

By Arlo Marler, Arts Writer April 13, 2023

  Many may have not heard of the name Rachel Pollack. I know I hadn’t up until around a week and a half ago. But even discovering her from a post made by Neil Gaiman about her declining health...

The Unique Perspective of Abelardo Morell exhibition on display at the Utah Museum of Fine Arts in Salt Lake City on Tuesday, April 11, 2023. (Photo by Jack Gambassi | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Abelardo Morell Provides Exactly What is Promised in His New Exhibit

By Audrey Hall, Arts Writer April 12, 2023

  On March 4, 2023, the Utah Museum of Fine Arts opened an exhibit entitled “The Unique Perspective of Abelardo Morell,” which features 14 photographs highlighting nature, floral stills and,...

The Angkor: Empire of Cambodia exhibit on display at the Natural History Museum of Utah in Salt Lake City on Friday, April 7, 2023. (Photo by Jack Gambassi | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

NHMU Brings Angkor Ethically to Salt Lake City

By Edie Raines, Copy Editor April 7, 2023

  The Natural History Museum of Utah's “Angkor: Empire of Cambodia” is a magnificent exhibit with dozens of authentic artifacts and interactive stations that will capture the interest of people...

The Alvin Gittins Gallery on the University of Utah campus in Salt Lake City on March 14, 2022.

Gittins Gallery Reopens with ‘Return’

By Edie Raines, Copy Editor March 29, 2023

  The Alvin Gittins Gallery has just celebrated the grand opening of its new location with the debut of its inaugural exhibition, “Return,” featuring artwork from University of Utah fine arts...

Grace Kratz and her popular pumpkin chocolate chip loaf. (Photo courtesy of LOAFGURL on Instagram)

Students Showcase Talents in their Small Businesses

By Audrey Hall, Arts Writer March 11, 2023

  Across the University of Utah, there are student-owned small businesses helping to fund tuitions, bulk up resumes, be a creative outlet and even fulfill credits for majors. I spoke to a few student...